2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1975 BMW 1602
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (571 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1975 BMW 1602 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB7 | 1602 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 50 L |
